Salah addresses rumors of ‘tension’ with Mane in a revealing new interview.

Liverpool’s famed attacking trio of Salah, Mane, and Firmino were once hailed as one of football’s most lethal partnerships — but Mo Salah has revealed that their dynamic wasn’t always as smooth behind the scenes.

Speaking to L’Équipe, Salah opened up about long-standing rumours of tension with former teammate Sadio Mane, confirming for the first time that there was indeed friction during their time together.

“There was tension with Sadio,” the 32-year-old admitted. “But we stayed professional throughout. I don’t believe it ever impacted the team.”

Salah explained that competitive drive was at the heart of the issue: “It’s normal for a player to want more. He’s a fierce competitor, and I get that.”

Despite not being particularly close off the field, Salah said there was always mutual respect between them:
“We weren’t close friends outside football, but we respected each other.”

While it’s disappointing they weren’t tighter off the pitch, their professionalism ensured it never affected their performances — in fact, their partnership thrived.

Backing himself against accusations of selfishness, Salah pointed to a telling stat:
“I don’t care what people say. Everyone’s entitled to their opinion. But I was the player who assisted Mane the most — 18 times.

“People can check the facts, but bold claims grab more attention.”

The interview offers rare insight into two Liverpool legends whose shared hunger for success helped shape a golden era at Anfield.
Today, Salah continues to shine in red, while Mane dazzles in Saudi Arabia with his sharp goalscoring instincts.